Credit Unions in California
25 credit unions listed across 18 cities in California.
Credit Unions in California by the numbers
Of the 15 credit unions in California that publish their loan programs, 8 (53%) offer conventional loans, 8 (53%) offer HELOCs and home equity loans and 6 (40%) offer first-time buyer programs.
- 2advertise 3.5% down or less
- 620lowest advertised minimum credit score
- 8 / 0licensed in one state only / licensed nationwide (of 8 with licensing data)
Source: FindHomeLenders review of each lender's own website, data through July 2025. Counts cover the 15 of 25 listed credit unions that publish loan program details. Programs and requirements change, so confirm with the lender and check their NMLS ID before applying.
Credit Unions by city in California
- San Diego 3
- Los Angeles 2
- San Francisco 3
- San Jose 1
- Sacramento 1
- Oakland 2
- Santa Ana 2
- Stockton 1
- Bakersfield 1
- Palmdale 1
- Signal Hill 1
- North Hollywood 1
- Lakewood 2
- Chatsworth 1
- Tehachapi 1
- Santa ANA 2
- San Dimas 1
- Carson 1
Featured credit unions in California
BCU at Edwards Lifesciences
Santa Ana Federal Credit Union
Strata Credit Union
UNIFY Financial Credit Union
Kinecta Federal Credit Union - Lakewood
Nuvision Federal Credit Union
Nuvision Credit Union
VA Desert Pacific Federal Credit Union
Sacramento Credit Union
Valley Strong Credit Union
Edwards Federal Credit Union
Christian Community Credit Union
Matadors Community Credit Union
The Police Credit Union
SF Fire Credit Union
Suncoast Financial Mortgage
Wheelhouse Credit Union - Corporate Office
California Coast Credit Union East Village Branch
Los Angeles Federal Credit Union
California Credit Union
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Before you choose a credit union in California
Confirm the company is licensed in California on NMLS Consumer Access, then request a Loan Estimate from at least three lenders and compare APR and closing costs, not just the rate.
Our guide to finding a mortgage lender walks through each step.